Specialist Sourcing Operations Apparel Equipment & Packs

**About your role:** You will support the monitoring of end-to-end production activities across your assigned portfolio of factories, ensuring alignment with VF’s quality standards, production timelines, and operational expectations. As the primary on-site liaison, you will perform structured and routine task to assist in real-time issue resolution, enforce adherence to SOP’s , lead continuous improvement initiatives and escalating any deviations.This position requires frequent travel to factory sites across the designated locations. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with strong production operational acumen and technical knowledge . Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate closely with both factory teams and internal stakeholders. **Your responsibilities will include (but not limited):** * Assist in Risk Assessment (TD) and Pre-Production (T4) meetings by gathering data relevant data, identifying risks and recommending actions to safeguard product quality and performance, ensuring alignment with brand standards and industry best practices; * Support QM team to drive factory adherence to SOPs and product specifications during mass production, maintaining quality, aesthetics, and performance approved standards. * Track and report on core KPIs and timely escalations to ensure KPIs are consistently met or exceeded; * Take full accountability for resolving daily production-related issues (e.g., material delays, low output) in close collaboration with VF functions and Factory partners.  * Work closely with VF and the factory planning team to validate factory production planning schedule to achieve OTP targets. * Make real-time production decisions when required, including line balancing and automation recommendations. * Assist in supervising production start-up for ”high-risk styles” in partnership with QM, to ensure products meet brand expectations for quality, aesthetics, and performance. * Support the RSO (Responsible Sourcing Ops) team in verifying the completion of social/environmental compliance corrective action plans and assist in implementing VF’s environmental and social programs (e.g., Higg Index, WCD, LABS). * Provide on-the-ground support for automation adoption and process changes. * Prepare production reports and insights for management; * Support the QA team in root cause analysis and CAP reviews for quality claims . Help monitor the implementation of CAP and report on progress **What we will be looking for in you:** * Knowledge of the product category within the scope of this role with proven experience - understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods; * Drive and passion to make a difference, presenting a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity; * Product Development or Technical expertise will be an advantage. **Key Attributes:** * Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics. * Passion for product and a consumer-first mindset; * Able to manage complex and conflicting interpersonal interactions with others, solve problems, make decisions and work effectively under pressure. * Possesses excellent organizational and analytical skills; * Able to collaborate with peers and superiors while building relationships with individuals and organizations across the globe. * Culturally sensitive and aware.  * Demonstrates a creative, energetic, and motivated spirit. **Desirable Qualifications & Competencies:** * Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. MBA is a plus * Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the field of production operations or technical roles; * Experience working with overseas factories, and a multi-cultural factory management team; * Proficient in Microsoft Office, PLM systems, and production planning tools. * Fluent in English (written and Verbal) additional languages (Vietnamese, Khmer, Mandarin) are a plus. * Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the region R-20260716-0004